Army of Lovers featured
Alexander Bard (1987-2001, 2013), Jean-Pierre Barda (1987-2001, 2013), La Camilla (1987-1991, 1996, 2001, Jan-March 2013), Michaela Dornonville De La Cour (1991-1995),
Dominika Peczynski (1992-1996, 2001, March 2013).
Debut single 'When The Night Is Cold' was released in 1988. This song was not to be on debut album 'Disco Extravaganza' released in 1990 (re-named 'Army of Lovers when released in USA & UK in 1991). This was followed by the album 'Massive Luxury Overdose' (1991). La Camilla left the band and released a single 'I Am Not In The Mood For Lovers'. The Group replaced La Camilla with Michaela De La Cour, they re-released 'Massive Luxury Overdose' with extra tracks & with De La Cour on the new album artwork.
In 1992 the band came a four piece when Dominika joined the group and they recorded 'Hasta Manana' for the Abba tribute album.
Albums 'The Gods of Earth and Heaven' (1993) and 'Glory, Glamour & Gold'(1994) followed. The group dis-banded at the end of 1995. They re-formed to release 'Les Greatest Hits' in 1996, De La Cour did not want to be in the group anymore so original member La Camilla was asked back and she returned to record 4 new songs with the group. The Group split again in 1996.
In 2001 Army of Lovers reformed again (again with La Camilla) to release another Greatest Hits album (this time with 3 new tracks - all cover versions of other artist songs). The 2001 album was called 'Le Grand Docu-soap'.
Alexander Bard went on to be in BWO (Bodies Without Organs) and later in Gravitonas
In 2013 Army of Lovers was reformed once again in Melodifestivalen. The Swedish pre selection for Eurovision Song Contest 2013 with the song "Rockin’ the ride"
12 years after their last compilation album "Le Grand Docu-Soap", the reunited Swedish theatro-pop group releases a brand new greatest hits collection, plus 4 brand new songs ("Rockin' the ride", "Crashing down", "Signed on my tattoo" and "Tragedy"). Army of Lovers have always been special, controversial, colourful and creative, mainly due to their image and witty pop songs.
Their name alludes to a documentary Armee der Liebenden oder Revolte der Perversen (Army of Lovers or Revolution of the Perverts) about Rosa von Praunheim, which in turn alludes to the Theban Band.
When The Night Is Cold
Army of Lovers Lyrics
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I want to break out from this trap I'm in
I want to shake out
I want to shake out all this talk of sin
But when the night is cold
Protect my heart and soul
I never thought they could be serious
With all this talk about a threat to us
Staying alive
Staying alive when the night is cold
But then a friend of mine was called one day
I knew there couldn't be another way
I'll hold you tight
I'll hold you tight when the night is cold
Love and devotion
Love and devotion may be news to you
Sincere emotion
Sincere emotion has to last all through
But when the night is cold
Protect my heart and soul
Keeping our mystery alive
I never thought they could be serious
With all this talk about a threat to us
Staying alive
Staying alive when the night is cold
But then a friend of mine was called one day
I knew there couldn't be another way
I'll hold you tight
I'll hold you tight when the night is cold
I never thought they could be serious
With all this talk about a threat to us
Staying alive
Staying alive when the night is cold
But then a friend of mine was called one day
I knew there couldn't be another way
I'll hold you tight
I'll hold you tight when the night is cold
I never thought they could be serious
With all this talk about a threat to us
Staying alive
Staying alive when the night is cold
But then a friend of mine was called one day
I knew there couldn't be another way
I'll hold you tight
I'll hold you tight when the night is cold
In the first verse, the singer expresses a desire to break free from their current situation, which they feel is trapping them. They also want to rid themselves of any inhibitions or guilt, which the mention of "talk of sin" suggests may be related to religion or morality. However, the singer also acknowledges that when the night is cold, they need protection for their heart and soul, and they want to keep their mystery alive. This suggests that while they want to break free, they are also aware of the dangers that come with exposing themselves completely.
The second verse continues with themes of danger and protection. The singer initially believed that talk of a threat to them was not serious, but then a friend of theirs was called one day, and they were forced to confront the reality of the situation. The singer promises to hold their friend tight when the night is cold, indicating that they are willing to offer protection and support. The chorus repeats, emphasizing the need for protection and mystery even as the singer seeks to break free.
Overall, "When The Night Is Cold" seems to be about the conflicting desires for freedom and safety. The singer wants to break free from whatever is holding them back, but they also recognize the importance of self-preservation and maintaining some level of privacy or mystery. The mention of a threat and the promise to hold a friend tight further suggest that there are dangers to be faced in pursuit of freedom.
Line by Line Meaning
I want to break out
Expressing a desire to escape from a confined situation
I want to break out from this trap I'm in
Expressing a strong desire to escape from a difficult or confining situation
I want to shake out
Expressing a desire to be rid of something unpleasant or unwanted
I want to shake out all this talk of sin
Expressing a desire to be free of guilt or blame imposed by society's moral standards
But when the night is cold
Referring to a difficult or dangerous situation
Protect my heart and soul
Asking for protection of the inner self
Keeping our mystery alive
Referring to the importance of maintaining a sense of mystery about oneself or one's relationships
I never thought they could be serious
Expressing surprise at the gravity of a situation
With all this talk about a threat to us
Referring to a perceived danger or risk
Staying alive
Surviving or persevering through difficult circumstances
But then a friend of mine was called one day
Referring to a sudden and unexpected event that changes the situation
I knew there couldn't be another way
Expressing an acceptance of the inevitable or the unavoidable
I'll hold you tight
Offering physical or emotional support
Love and devotion
Affection and loyalty towards someone or something
Love and devotion may be news to you
Suggesting that love and devotion are not commonly recognized or valued in society
Sincere emotion
Strong and genuine feelings
Sincere emotion has to last all through
Suggesting that sincere emotion must be maintained over a long period of time in order to be meaningful
I never thought they could be serious
Expressing surprise at the gravity of a situation
With all this talk about a threat to us
Referring to a perceived danger or risk
Staying alive
Surviving or persevering through difficult circumstances
But then a friend of mine was called one day
Referring to a sudden and unexpected event that changes the situation
I knew there couldn't be another way
Expressing an acceptance of the inevitable or the unavoidable
I'll hold you tight
Offering physical or emotional support
I never thought they could be serious
Expressing surprise at the gravity of a situation
With all this talk about a threat to us
Referring to a perceived danger or risk
Staying alive
Surviving or persevering through difficult circumstances
But then a friend of mine was called one day
Referring to a sudden and unexpected event that changes the situation
I knew there couldn't be another way
Expressing an acceptance of the inevitable or the unavoidable
I'll hold you tight
Offering physical or emotional support
Contributed by Adrian R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Ивтвт Ововт
Как молоды мы были !!!такие мимимишные , сладкие зайки ! Спасибо вам за вашу музыку без вас грустинка !!
Adriano Leal
Sou fã do Army of Lover do Brasil!! Essa é uma das melhores músicas deles!!! Muito foda!
Olga Tihonova
Какие все милые!! Душа радуется.! Спасибо! 😊
Евгений Лукьянов
просто чудо, что такие клипы в сети сохраняются!..... ведь иначе..... даже страшно подумать....
A-shnik
Песня - однозначный хитяра! Удивительно, что я услышал его впервые только сейчас, в 19-м году, а не 31 год назад
German Mataró
Вот в чем их секрет? Они не тратили на свои клипы тысячи долларов и не пользовались комп.графикой с всякими эффектами - а клипы были такие притягательные! Вся харизма была в них, этих милых артистичных и чертовски сексуальных клоунах
h9ooo
Their power lies in their original style, image, nonconformism, authenticity and in staying faithfull to what they believe in.
Олег Боков
German Mataró, секрет притягательности в таланте, я считаю. А за непринужденностью и лёгкостью стоят труд и сценический опыт.
Алена Миронова
Графики тогда не было такой, со всякими спецэффектами.
Ирина Павлинова
Просто пели от души, и совпал музыка и текст. Просто композитор классный и клипмекер!